The Internet Copied 300 Terabytes of Spotify Music
A group of enthusiasts created a complete copy of Spotify's music library, approximately 300 terabytes in size. The project, dubbed SpotiFlyer, is distributed through decentralized channels. Spotify responded with a copyright infringement claim and promised legal action.
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A group of enthusiasts created a complete copy of Spotify's music library, approximately 300 terabytes in size. The project, dubbed SpotiFlyer, is distributed through decentralized channels. Spotify responded with a copyright infringement claim and promised legal action.
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🇨🇳China has loaded over 100 nuclear-armed ICBMs into silos.
China has deployed over a hundred nuclear-armed intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) into silos. This data is based on a report by American analysts monitoring satellite images of facilities in the northwest of the country. These include complexes in the provinces of Gansu, Xinjiang, and Inner Mongolia, construction of which began several years ago.
Beijing is expanding its strategic arsenal faster than the Pentagon's forecasts. According to US intelligence estimates, China could have up to 1,000 warheads by 2030 and 1,500 by 2035. This is still fewer than the US or Russia, but the rate of growth is worrying Washington. Chinese authorities have not officially commented on the scale of the program, citing the defensive nature of their nuclear forces.
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China has deployed over a hundred nuclear-armed intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) into silos. This data is based on a report by American analysts monitoring satellite images of facilities in the northwest of the country. These include complexes in the provinces of Gansu, Xinjiang, and Inner Mongolia, construction of which began several years ago.
Beijing is expanding its strategic arsenal faster than the Pentagon's forecasts. According to US intelligence estimates, China could have up to 1,000 warheads by 2030 and 1,500 by 2035. This is still fewer than the US or Russia, but the rate of growth is worrying Washington. Chinese authorities have not officially commented on the scale of the program, citing the defensive nature of their nuclear forces.
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Pharmaceutical companies profit from treating symptoms, not curing diseases.
The meme mocks the business model of large pharmaceutical corporations: profits come not from one-time cures, but from chronic patients who buy drugs for years. This is an old complaint about the industry: it is more economically profitable to manage a disease than to cure it permanently. The patent system, regulatory barriers, and multibillion-dollar investments in R&D create incentives to develop maintenance therapies instead of radical solutions.
Critics point out that when healthcare turns into a shareholder value market, the interests of patients are relegated to the background. Alternative approaches—gene therapy, personalized medicine—are slow to gain traction precisely because they conflict with the existing monetization model. The issue isn't a conspiracy theory, but rather the way the incentives of the industry's largest players are structured.
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The meme mocks the business model of large pharmaceutical corporations: profits come not from one-time cures, but from chronic patients who buy drugs for years. This is an old complaint about the industry: it is more economically profitable to manage a disease than to cure it permanently. The patent system, regulatory barriers, and multibillion-dollar investments in R&D create incentives to develop maintenance therapies instead of radical solutions.
Critics point out that when healthcare turns into a shareholder value market, the interests of patients are relegated to the background. Alternative approaches—gene therapy, personalized medicine—are slow to gain traction precisely because they conflict with the existing monetization model. The issue isn't a conspiracy theory, but rather the way the incentives of the industry's largest players are structured.
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Flock left its AI security cameras exposed online; journalists tracked themselves.
Flock Safety, a company that supplies AI security cameras to police and private neighborhoods across America, left its license plate and facial recognition systems exposed online. Journalists from 404 Media gained access to the control panel without hacking—simply through a browser. They tracked their own movements around the city in real time, seeing their neighbors' license plates and the routes of random people.
Flock markets its services as a crime-fighting tool, but it stores data on millions of innocent citizens. The cameras record every car, every face, building movement profiles without warrants or surveillance. After the breach was published, Flock patched the breach, but questions remain: how long the data was exposed, who else might have accessed it, and what safeguards are in place to prevent abuse.
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Flock Safety, a company that supplies AI security cameras to police and private neighborhoods across America, left its license plate and facial recognition systems exposed online. Journalists from 404 Media gained access to the control panel without hacking—simply through a browser. They tracked their own movements around the city in real time, seeing their neighbors' license plates and the routes of random people.
Flock markets its services as a crime-fighting tool, but it stores data on millions of innocent citizens. The cameras record every car, every face, building movement profiles without warrants or surveillance. After the breach was published, Flock patched the breach, but questions remain: how long the data was exposed, who else might have accessed it, and what safeguards are in place to prevent abuse.
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Apple fined €98.6 million in Italy for abusing privacy rules.
The Italian antitrust regulator fined Apple €98.6 million for using privacy rules to stifle competition. The company required users to consent to tracking for third-party apps, but collected data itself without explicit permission—a classic double standard.
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The Italian antitrust regulator fined Apple €98.6 million for using privacy rules to stifle competition. The company required users to consent to tracking for third-party apps, but collected data itself without explicit permission—a classic double standard.
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Vince Zampella, creator of Call of Duty and co-founder of Respawn Entertainment, has died.
Vince Zampella, one of the creators of the Call of Duty franchise, co-founder of Respawn Entertainment, and a top executive at Electronic Arts, died in a car accident.
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Vince Zampella, one of the creators of the Call of Duty franchise, co-founder of Respawn Entertainment, and a top executive at Electronic Arts, died in a car accident.
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Dating apps have transformed intimacy into a marketplace of frustration.
Dating apps have radically changed the way we find partners, transforming personal relationships into a digital marketplace. The algorithms on these platforms don't help us find compatibility—they maximize user time on the app and monetize our most intimate human needs.
Technology amplifies gender conflicts instead of mitigating them. Men face widespread neglect, while women face a flood of low-quality encounters. Both sides feel frustrated, yet continue to pay for premium features in the hopes of gaining an advantage. The business model is built on perpetuating this cycle of dissatisfaction.
The issue isn't technology per se, but who controls it and for what purpose. Corporations profit from human loneliness, offering the illusion of choice while actually narrowing options. Traditional methods of meeting people—through shared interests, communities, and real social connections—are gradually being supplanted by algorithmic logic, where everyone becomes a rated commodity. The result is predictable: increased loneliness with an apparent abundance of options.
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Dating apps have radically changed the way we find partners, transforming personal relationships into a digital marketplace. The algorithms on these platforms don't help us find compatibility—they maximize user time on the app and monetize our most intimate human needs.
Technology amplifies gender conflicts instead of mitigating them. Men face widespread neglect, while women face a flood of low-quality encounters. Both sides feel frustrated, yet continue to pay for premium features in the hopes of gaining an advantage. The business model is built on perpetuating this cycle of dissatisfaction.
The issue isn't technology per se, but who controls it and for what purpose. Corporations profit from human loneliness, offering the illusion of choice while actually narrowing options. Traditional methods of meeting people—through shared interests, communities, and real social connections—are gradually being supplanted by algorithmic logic, where everyone becomes a rated commodity. The result is predictable: increased loneliness with an apparent abundance of options.
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A schoolgirl was expelled after classmates created nude photos of her using AI.
At one American school, boys used generative AI to create fake nude images of a classmate. Instead of punishing the perpetrators, the administration expelled the victim. The formal reason for the expulsion is unknown, but the case reveals a systemic problem: schools and law enforcement are unprepared to deal with new technologies of abuse.
Similar incidents are multiplying across the country. Generative models have become accessible to teenagers, but legislation is lagging behind for years. Victims' parents are faced with police refusing to open cases, citing a lack of precedent, and schools unwilling to publicly acknowledge the problem. As a result, victims are being punished twice: first by humiliation, then by isolation from the education system.
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At one American school, boys used generative AI to create fake nude images of a classmate. Instead of punishing the perpetrators, the administration expelled the victim. The formal reason for the expulsion is unknown, but the case reveals a systemic problem: schools and law enforcement are unprepared to deal with new technologies of abuse.
Similar incidents are multiplying across the country. Generative models have become accessible to teenagers, but legislation is lagging behind for years. Victims' parents are faced with police refusing to open cases, citing a lack of precedent, and schools unwilling to publicly acknowledge the problem. As a result, victims are being punished twice: first by humiliation, then by isolation from the education system.
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❗️Trump announced the creation of a new class of battleships, the Golden Fleet, for the US Navy.
Donald Trump announced a program to build a new generation of battleships, called the Golden Fleet.
For the defense industry, this means multibillion-dollar contracts and jobs in key states. Geopolitically, it's a signal to China and Russia of their readiness to build up their fleets in the face of growing competition for control of sea lanes.
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Donald Trump announced a program to build a new generation of battleships, called the Golden Fleet.
For the defense industry, this means multibillion-dollar contracts and jobs in key states. Geopolitically, it's a signal to China and Russia of their readiness to build up their fleets in the face of growing competition for control of sea lanes.
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🕊Russia is ready to legally confirm its renunciation of attacks on NATO.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov announced Moscow's readiness to legally confirm its lack of intention to attack NATO countries. The proposal comes amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and growing tensions between Russia and the West.
The statement appears to be an attempt to de-escalate the situation and create space for negotiations. For US Republicans, this is a potential trump card: the Trump administration could use such signals to justify dialogue with Moscow instead of endlessly pumping weapons into Ukraine.
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov announced Moscow's readiness to legally confirm its lack of intention to attack NATO countries. The proposal comes amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and growing tensions between Russia and the West.
The statement appears to be an attempt to de-escalate the situation and create space for negotiations. For US Republicans, this is a potential trump card: the Trump administration could use such signals to justify dialogue with Moscow instead of endlessly pumping weapons into Ukraine.
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The FCC has banned Chinese drones in the US.
The US Federal Communications Commission has imposed a ban on the import and sale of Chinese-made drones. The decision primarily affects products from DJI, a company that controls approximately 70% of the US consumer drone market. The official reason is a threat to national security and the potential transfer of data to Chinese authorities. In reality, this is a continuation of the technology war between Washington and Beijing.
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The US Federal Communications Commission has imposed a ban on the import and sale of Chinese-made drones. The decision primarily affects products from DJI, a company that controls approximately 70% of the US consumer drone market. The official reason is a threat to national security and the potential transfer of data to Chinese authorities. In reality, this is a continuation of the technology war between Washington and Beijing.
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In Australia, payment terminals have begun automatically adding tips to bills.
Australian restaurants and cafes are rapidly implementing automatic tipping via payment terminals. The system adds 10-15% to the bill by default, and customers must manually cancel the additional payment. Business owners attribute this to rising operating costs such as rent, salaries, and electricity.
This practice irritates customers. Many consider the automatic tipping to be manipulative and a burden on their conscience. Unlike in the US, where tips compensate for low waiter wages, Australia has one of the highest minimum wages in the world. The additional fees go directly to the establishment owners.
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Australian restaurants and cafes are rapidly implementing automatic tipping via payment terminals. The system adds 10-15% to the bill by default, and customers must manually cancel the additional payment. Business owners attribute this to rising operating costs such as rent, salaries, and electricity.
This practice irritates customers. Many consider the automatic tipping to be manipulative and a burden on their conscience. Unlike in the US, where tips compensate for low waiter wages, Australia has one of the highest minimum wages in the world. The additional fees go directly to the establishment owners.
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🇺🇸The US has suspended five offshore wind projects due to military radar concerns.
The US Department of Defense has blocked the leasing of sites for five large wind farm projects in the Atlantic Ocean due to interference with military radars monitoring airspace and maritime threats. The projects, off the coast of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, with a combined capacity of several gigawatts, are at risk.
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The US Department of Defense has blocked the leasing of sites for five large wind farm projects in the Atlantic Ocean due to interference with military radars monitoring airspace and maritime threats. The projects, off the coast of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, with a combined capacity of several gigawatts, are at risk.
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Democracies appear cleaner by outsourcing dirty industries to other countries.
A new study has found that Western democracies are creating the illusion of environmental responsibility by outsourcing polluting industries to authoritarian states. While domestic emissions statistics appear healthy, the actual carbon footprint remains the same or increases—the pollution is simply now concentrated in China, India, or Southeast Asia.
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A new study has found that Western democracies are creating the illusion of environmental responsibility by outsourcing polluting industries to authoritarian states. While domestic emissions statistics appear healthy, the actual carbon footprint remains the same or increases—the pollution is simply now concentrated in China, India, or Southeast Asia.
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🇺🇸Texas has 405 AI data centers, with 442 more planned.
Texas is becoming the main artificial intelligence hub in the United States. Currently, there are 405 data centers serving AI systems, with plans to build another 442. This represents the largest concentration of computing power in the country, surpassing traditional tech hubs like California.
The boom is fueled by cheap energy and lenient regulations. Texas offers low electricity rates and minimal bureaucratic barriers for large businesses. Companies like Meta, Google, and startups are moving their server capacity en masse to the state, where the Republican leadership actively supports the tech sector without California's environmental restrictions.
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Texas is becoming the main artificial intelligence hub in the United States. Currently, there are 405 data centers serving AI systems, with plans to build another 442. This represents the largest concentration of computing power in the country, surpassing traditional tech hubs like California.
The boom is fueled by cheap energy and lenient regulations. Texas offers low electricity rates and minimal bureaucratic barriers for large businesses. Companies like Meta, Google, and startups are moving their server capacity en masse to the state, where the Republican leadership actively supports the tech sector without California's environmental restrictions.
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🇺🇸The US is preparing to link H-1B visas to wage levels – final approval stage.
The Trump administration is finalizing a rule that changes the logic of issuing H-1B work visas. Candidates with the highest salary offers will receive priority. The goal is to protect American specialists from dumping and make the program a tool for attracting truly valuable talent, rather than a way to cheapen labor.
For tech companies, this means rising costs for hiring foreign workers and the need to compete on wages rather than application volume. Indian outsourcers, who for years filled quotas with massive applications for junior positions, are losing their advantage. Skilled migrants with high offers have better chances of obtaining a visa, while others are losing them.
Republicans have long criticized the H-1B program for turning it into a tool for replacing local workers with cheap labor. The new rule addresses this concern: priority is given to those who are truly in demand and willing to pay market rates. For right-wing voters, this is a signal that the interests of American workers are protected without completely closing the door to talent. If the rule is implemented, the tech labor market will become less predictable for large corporations but fairer for American citizens.
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The Trump administration is finalizing a rule that changes the logic of issuing H-1B work visas. Candidates with the highest salary offers will receive priority. The goal is to protect American specialists from dumping and make the program a tool for attracting truly valuable talent, rather than a way to cheapen labor.
For tech companies, this means rising costs for hiring foreign workers and the need to compete on wages rather than application volume. Indian outsourcers, who for years filled quotas with massive applications for junior positions, are losing their advantage. Skilled migrants with high offers have better chances of obtaining a visa, while others are losing them.
Republicans have long criticized the H-1B program for turning it into a tool for replacing local workers with cheap labor. The new rule addresses this concern: priority is given to those who are truly in demand and willing to pay market rates. For right-wing voters, this is a signal that the interests of American workers are protected without completely closing the door to talent. If the rule is implemented, the tech labor market will become less predictable for large corporations but fairer for American citizens.
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Samsung Launches Solid-State Batteries with a 600-mille Range and a 9-Minute Charge
Samsung has announced it is ready for mass production of its next-generation solid-state batteries. They offer a range of up to 965 kilometers on a single charge, with a full charge time of 9 minutes. Sales are scheduled to begin next year.
This technology addresses the key challenges of electric vehicles: range and charging speed. Solid-state batteries are safer than lithium-ion batteries, weigh less, and take up less space. If Samsung delivers on its promises, it will change the landscape of the electric vehicle market and undermine the position of Chinese battery manufacturers.
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Samsung has announced it is ready for mass production of its next-generation solid-state batteries. They offer a range of up to 965 kilometers on a single charge, with a full charge time of 9 minutes. Sales are scheduled to begin next year.
This technology addresses the key challenges of electric vehicles: range and charging speed. Solid-state batteries are safer than lithium-ion batteries, weigh less, and take up less space. If Samsung delivers on its promises, it will change the landscape of the electric vehicle market and undermine the position of Chinese battery manufacturers.
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Privacy is simpler than it seems – you just need a system.
A subscriber shares their experience of switching to private tools in six months. They switched from Gmail to ProtonMail with SimpleLogin, YouTube to Invidious, and iCloud to hard drives. They switched their phone to GrapheneOS. The next step is Linux and an offline language model.
The main conclusion: the initial setup requires time and learning, but once the system is in place, everything works simply. People often give up privacy because of perceived inconveniences or a lack of knowledge about where to start. In reality, basic research and the consistent implementation of alternatives to corporate services are sufficient.
Switching to private solutions gives you control over your data and reduces dependence on large tech companies. This is especially relevant in the face of increasing surveillance by governments and corporations. The tools exist; all that's needed is the desire to use them and a few hours to master them.
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A subscriber shares their experience of switching to private tools in six months. They switched from Gmail to ProtonMail with SimpleLogin, YouTube to Invidious, and iCloud to hard drives. They switched their phone to GrapheneOS. The next step is Linux and an offline language model.
The main conclusion: the initial setup requires time and learning, but once the system is in place, everything works simply. People often give up privacy because of perceived inconveniences or a lack of knowledge about where to start. In reality, basic research and the consistent implementation of alternatives to corporate services are sufficient.
Switching to private solutions gives you control over your data and reduces dependence on large tech companies. This is especially relevant in the face of increasing surveillance by governments and corporations. The tools exist; all that's needed is the desire to use them and a few hours to master them.
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An investor doubled his gold investment in three years and sold half his position.
A private investor from Switzerland bought gold using Swiss francs at the end of 2021. By October 2024, the position had doubled, yielding an annualized return of 19.2%. He sold half, locking in the profit, and now considers the remaining 600 grams of bars and 127 Vreneli coins to be conditionally free. A classic profit-taking strategy: recoup the investment and let the asset continue to operate without risking capital.
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A private investor from Switzerland bought gold using Swiss francs at the end of 2021. By October 2024, the position had doubled, yielding an annualized return of 19.2%. He sold half, locking in the profit, and now considers the remaining 600 grams of bars and 127 Vreneli coins to be conditionally free. A classic profit-taking strategy: recoup the investment and let the asset continue to operate without risking capital.
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Amazon faces a choice.
Amazon faces a classic market leader's dilemma. New AI bots have learned to automatically search for products, compare prices, and make purchases for users—bypassing the traditional store interface. This poses a threat to the company: customers no longer see ads, recommendations, and additional offers, which are the foundation of a significant portion of their profits. Combating bots is technically difficult and risky, as it could harm ordinary shoppers. Joining the trend and launching its own AI agent means cannibalizing the existing business model.
For retail, this signals a game-changer. If a customer delegates their choice to an algorithm, control over the purchase decision shifts from the platform to the bot developer. Amazon is losing not only advertising revenue but also customer behavior data—a key asset in the era of personalization. Competitors like Shopify or new startups could leapfrog the giant by offering more convenient integration with AI assistants.
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Amazon faces a classic market leader's dilemma. New AI bots have learned to automatically search for products, compare prices, and make purchases for users—bypassing the traditional store interface. This poses a threat to the company: customers no longer see ads, recommendations, and additional offers, which are the foundation of a significant portion of their profits. Combating bots is technically difficult and risky, as it could harm ordinary shoppers. Joining the trend and launching its own AI agent means cannibalizing the existing business model.
For retail, this signals a game-changer. If a customer delegates their choice to an algorithm, control over the purchase decision shifts from the platform to the bot developer. Amazon is losing not only advertising revenue but also customer behavior data—a key asset in the era of personalization. Competitors like Shopify or new startups could leapfrog the giant by offering more convenient integration with AI assistants.
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